Group Dynamics: Theory, Research, and Practice, Vol 28(2), Jun 2024, 71-81; doi:10.1037/gdn0000216
Objectives: While the effects of interindividual ostracism have been widely studied, the effects of intergroup ostracism have received less attention. In this study, we are interested in the consequences of intergroup ostracism on perceived discrimination, identity responses and well-being. Method: A total of 110 participants in psychology were randomly assigned to three ostracism experiences. Participants either shared ostracism with an ingroup member, with an outgroup member, or did not share ostracism. Results: The results show that ostracism, whether shared or not, increases identification but does not increase perceived entitativity of the group. The results also show that when ostracism is shared with an outgroup member—the condition with less perceived discrimination—participants indicate more psychological need satisfaction. Discussion: Taken together, these results shed light the importance of considering attributions to discrimination in the phenomenon of ostracism. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved)